Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic Nurse who would like to get your new career In Ophthalmology off to the best start in a high-performing, friendly and supportive Trust? At Bolton NHS Foundation Trust we have a great role waiting for you.

The Eye Unit is looking for a full-time permanent Registered Nurse with an interest in Ophthalmology to join our team. The Unit consists of twin theatre suites, injection clean room, ward, out-patient department, pre-assessment clinic and community based delivered ophthalmic services.

The Trust appreciates and values the contribution international nurses bring to the NHS. We also understand the support overseas nurses need to gain full registration once in the UK (via OSCE) and therefore we only recruit internationally to fill nursing vacancies when we can ensure support is in place. At this present time we aren't in a position to offer that support and therefore will not accept applications from overseas nurses who only have Part 1 NMC registration. If that position changes in future we will clearly advertise our opportunities for international nurses to join our nurse team here in Bolton. Thank you for your understanding.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have the opportunity to gain ophthalmic technical skills, rotating through the unit supported by a mentorship programme.

Our Registered Nurses make a real difference to patients' lives. Whether you are providing skilled nursing care or undertaking advanced clinical tasks, all the while you will be providing continuing compassionate care and support. You will be on hand to ensure that the ward or department runs smoothly and that patients receive all the care and support they need. You will find that it's a role that is incredibly rewarding.

We are now accepting applications to work in a variety of clinical areas within the trust. We can also offer rotational opportunities to enable you to develop your skills and portfolio.

About us

The hospital is known for being a friendly and supportive place to work; a large part of this is due to the teams that work here. As qualified nurses you can be assured that you will be supported and developed in your role.

Here at Bolton our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We ensure our patients receive the highest quality of Care and are guided by our trust Values. This is reflected in our latest CQC report of 'Good'. It is also supported by our Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professional Framework for Professional Practice.

Date posted

08 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

241-280AS-24

Job locations

H2 Ophthalmology Department

Minerva Road

Bolton

BL4 0JR

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.

The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of and provide the best possible care to the population in which we serve and ensure that our staff have joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. We value our staff and can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development. We are keen to reflect our local population and therefore applications from all sectors of the community are welcomed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NMC registration

Desirable

ENB346 or Ophthalmic Modules

Experience

Essential

Evidence of recent professional development
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice

Desirable

Experience in ophthalmic specialty
Experience of care of ophthalmic patients`
Mentorship

Skills

Essential

Communication Skills
Able to prioritise/cope with pressure
Enquiry/problem solving skills
Team work
Time management skills

Desirable

IV Cannulation/Venepuncture
Undertake visual acuity and other visual related tests e.g. Amsler, Ishihara
Recovery skills for local and general anaesthetic patients
Focimetry and Autorefraction
Ophthalmic surgical scrub skills

Knowledge

Essential

Basic computer literacy

Desirable

Teaching skills

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NMC registration

Desirable

ENB346 or Ophthalmic Modules

Experience

Essential

Evidence of recent professional development
Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice

Desirable

Experience in ophthalmic specialty
Experience of care of ophthalmic patients`
Mentorship

Skills

Essential

Communication Skills
Able to prioritise/cope with pressure
Enquiry/problem solving skills
Team work
Time management skills

Desirable

IV Cannulation/Venepuncture
Undertake visual acuity and other visual related tests e.g. Amsler, Ishihara
Recovery skills for local and general anaesthetic patients
Focimetry and Autorefraction
Ophthalmic surgical scrub skills

Knowledge

Essential

Basic computer literacy

Desirable

Teaching skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.